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University of California-Irvine

Irvine, CA·Public·~29% acceptance

Located in Irvine, CA, University of California-Irvine is a public university. It admits about 29% of applicants. Students pay an average net price of about $14,251 per year after financial aid. About 86% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $80,735 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$14,251/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $38,632
Aid cuts ~$24,381/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
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EA
RD
Nov 30

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Admissions
GPA range3.46–4
SAT (middle 50%)Not considered
ACT (middle 50%)Not considered
Test policyTest blind
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
86%
graduation rate
94%
freshman retention
$56,210
median earnings, 6yr
$80,735
median earnings, 10yr
How University of California-Irvine reads an application

What University of California-Irvine values

Very important
Course rigorGrades (GPA)Application essaysExtracurricularsTalent / abilityVolunteer workWork experience
Important
Character / personal qualities
Also considered
First-generation statusGeographic residenceState residency

From University of California-Irvine’s Common Data Set. Put your effort where it counts most.

What University of California-Irvine requires

Required
Grades (GPA)Course rigorClass rankCollege-prep programApplication essaysTOEFL / English proficiency
Considered
Work experience

From federal IPEDS data — what University of California-Irvine requires vs considers (not how heavily each is weighed).

Frequently asked questions
What is University of California-Irvine's acceptance rate?
University of California-Irvine admits about 29% of applicants.
How much does University of California-Irvine cost?
At University of California-Irvine, the average net price after aid is about $14,251 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $38,632 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for University of California-Irvine?
None. University of California-Irvine is test blind: SAT and ACT scores are not considered in admissions decisions.
What are University of California-Irvine's application deadlines?
University of California-Irvine's deadline is Regular Decision around Nov 30. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.
What does University of California-Irvine value most in applicants?
In its most recent Common Data Set, University of California-Irvine rates Course rigor, Grades (GPA), Application essays, Extracurriculars, Talent / ability, Volunteer work, and Work experience as "very important" in admissions decisions, and also weighs Character / personal qualities. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker to see how your profile lines up.

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